Radiology Support Technician - Weekend

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA is seeking an entry-level Radiology Support role to assist radiology patients, verify orders, coordinate workflow and uphold patient safety and satisfaction.

In this onsite position at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg, you will support registrations, verify study details, help with supplies, and move patients as needed. Weekend shifts, strong communication and computer skills preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year experience in a customer service role.
• Compassionate, positive disposition in patient interactions.
• Ability to multi-task in a clinical setting.
• Basic computer and typing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• AHA Basic Life Support in PA within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates delivery of radiology services with safety guidelines.
• Verifies orders include signature, study, diagnosis/CPT codes, and missing info.
• Coordinates daily workflow and communicates necessary details.
• Documents LMP, fluoroscopy time, radiologist, history, and required data.
• Maintains supplies and equipment to meet patient care needs.
• Ensures PACS imaging is available before study completion.
• Performs registrations as required.
• Keeps work area clean and organized.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PACS

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Performs a variety of support functions to facilitate the delivery of services to radiology patients following the guidelines for radiation safety. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction.

Job Duties

• Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.
• Ensures coordination of daily work duties and communicates any necessary information.
• Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, appropriate history and all other required documentation.
• Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.
• Maintains accurate information in the database; performs all clerical/computer functions to support patient care.
• Ensures the safety and efficiency of movement and transportation of patients within and to and from departments.
• Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.
• Performs registrations, as required.
• Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Less than 1 year experience in a customer service role
• Ability to display a compassionate, positive, and upbeat disposition in interactions with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Basic computer and typing skills.
• Interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
• Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight.
• Frequent to continuous standing/walking.
• Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.
• *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift: Weekend Shift

Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 7pm-730am. Holiday rotation.

Department: 1004-06124 CT Scan - Muhl

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work.

LVHN’s culture of trust - and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune - align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.